2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. Both 2006 Audi A3 and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (104 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 864 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 23.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
